Doctor of Psychology in Child Psychology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on child psychology within the General Social Science field. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits. The available record indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2024, so its current status should be confirmed before making any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic study focused on child psychology may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s applicable admission and selection requirements. Readers should first confirm whether it is currently available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced academic or professional pathways related to child psychology, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Psychology in Child Psychology
- SAQA ID
- 110364
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether enrolment is still permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme details match the official records.
- Check the applicable admission, selection and prerequisite requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about the assessment structure, research or workplace requirements, supervision arrangements and completion expectations.
- Confirm any professional registration or legal requirements that may apply to the work you intend to pursue; these are not established by the available qualification information.